Dogs Trust is working towards the day when all dogs can enjoy a happy life, free from the threat of unnecessary destruction. To achieve this we aim to rescue, care for and rehome lost, unwanted and abandoned dogs and work to reduce and, ultimately, see the end of homeless dogs in the UK. We also aim to educate people in the UK and, within financial limits, worldwide, in responsible dog ownership and care.

We rely on the prevention and cure approach. Our rescue and rehoming work aims to deal with the immediate needs of abandoned dogs; preventative measures such as neutering, microchipping, education and lobbying are used as longer term solutions. Whilst our immediate priority is the UK, we take the prevention/cure approach to as many countries as funds allow.

Each year we care for around 17,000 stray and abandoned dogs at our 20 rehoming centres. Most find homes quickly but those who need extra care are always safe with Dogs Trust because we never destroy a healthy dog. We believe abandoned dogs deserve the best care. Our rehoming centres are designed to give them everything they need to get them back on their paws, including spacious kennels, plentiful exercise areas, training barns, vet suites, special puppy areas and expert staff.